Compare performance (177 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia or VW Arteon?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Skoda Fabia is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,976 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Arteon offers substantially more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 464 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers visibly more boot space – 590 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries visibly more – 569 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.
The VW Arteon stands out in the key areas in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.
detailsThe VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
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Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
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Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,866 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
1,871 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
VW
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